Locals donated food for the event, more than twelve pounds of prime rib was served and diners had their pick of sides from a 16-foot salad bar.

The flight scheduled for May is currently booked with veterans and medical personnel.

This was made possible by Saturday's fundraising event.

"We had a big goal, we wanted to be able to turn over $10,000 to the organization by selling out the 160 seats," said Brad Bennett, an organizer at the event. "We've sold out everything, and with the extra donations that we've got, we've made out goal tonight, we're going to make our goal tonight."

There are currently 45 veterans on the flight waiting list.

Due to the high demand, organizers are already planning another trip scheduled for next October.

Written and posted to the web: Jennifer Walchjwalch@northlandsnewscenter.com